84 Defendants on Trial for Alleged Terrorist Group Formation in UAE

  • Publish date: Monday، 08 January 2024
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Eighty-four individuals, primarily associated with the terrorist group Muslim Brotherhood, have been brought before the Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeal, specifically the State Security Court. They face charges related to establishing a secret organization aimed at carrying out acts of violence and terrorism within the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Concealed Crime Revealed

The accused had reportedly hidden their involvement in this criminal organization along with its incriminating evidence until their apprehension and subsequent trial in Case No (17) of 2013 - State Security.

Order for Investigation

Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi, the UAE's Attorney-General, directed a comprehensive inquiry into the intricate details of this crime, responding to a substantial body of evidence amassed through diligent investigation.

Trial Procedures Unfold

The State Security Court has initiated the public trial proceedings, ensuring legal representation for defendants without counsel by appointing lawyers for them. Witness testimonies are underway, marking the ongoing phases of the public trial process. The court is actively engaged in these proceedings as they progress.